What is the cheapest way to get from Hillingdon to Colchester?

The cheapest way to get from Hillingdon to Colchester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hillingdon to Colchester?

The fastest way to get from Hillingdon to Colchester is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Hillingdon and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Hillingdon station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Hillingdon station and arriving at Colchester via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Hillingdon to Colchester?

The distance between Hillingdon and Colchester is 72 miles. The road distance is 75 miles.

How do I travel from Hillingdon to Colchester without a car?

The best way to get from Hillingdon to Colchester without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 57m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Hillingdon to Colchester?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Hillingdon to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hillingdon to Colchester train from?

Hillingdon to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Hillingdon station.

Where does the Hillingdon to Colchester train arrive?

Hillingdon to Colchester train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Hillingdon to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Hillingdon to Colchester is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Hillingdon to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Colchester.

Hillingdon to Colchester - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 351 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Hillingdon to Colchester by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Hillingdon station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
1h 57m
£42–112
Drive 74.6 mi
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1. Drive from Hillingdon to Colchestercar 74.6 mi
1h 40m
£19–27
Train, line 351 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Hayes & Harlington to Brentwoodtrain
2. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
4h 28m
£29–59

Hillingdon to Colchester by bus, subway, and train

623Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.2 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Hillingdon, England and Colchester, England?

There is no direct connection from Hillingdon to Colchester. However, you can take the bus to Hillingdon Station, walk to Hillingdon station, take the subway to Liverpool Street station, walk to London Liverpool Street, then take the train to Colchester. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Crescent Parade to Osborne Street via Hayes & Harlington Station, Hayes & Harlington, Brentwood, Brentwood station, and Bus Station in around 4h 28m.

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